Alaya F is big on health and wellness, always trying out DIY recipes rooted in tradition. The actor often takes to Instagram to share her experiments – whether it’s a cucumber, mint and lemon concoction for detoxification, or a blueberry protein oatmeal bowl for a power-packed start to the day. In her latest upload, the...
Category: Health
What do these 8 sleep behaviours reveal about your nervous system?
Do you wake up exhausted even after 8 hours of sleep? Or wake up sweating, tossing, turning, or craving sugar the next morning? Digital creator and nutritionist Nupur Patil says the culprit is not “just stress”, but that your cortisol and circadian rhythm are completely out of sync. “When your body stays stuck in fight...
Calcium tablets vs ragi: Which is a better addition to your menopausal diet?
Long before supplements and lab-made formulas, India relied on ragi, a humble grain that helped build strong bones, steady minds, and grounded generations. Rich in calcium, iron, amino acids, and a source of slow energy, today ragi is a popular superfood that nourishes both the body and soil. Ragi also contains fibre, potassium, zinc, and...
This is what doctors carry in their (gut friendly) tiffin
Ever wondered what doctors like to carry in their lunch boxes? “Must be something healthy!” is the first thought that comes to most of our minds, and we aren’t too wrong. General Physician Dr Amit Lala Khomane took to Instagram to ask dermatologist Dr Supriya Deshmukh what she carries in her tiffin to maintain skin...
Women visits doctor for eye problem, finds out her kidneys are failing: ‘Within days, my entire world flipped…’
Sometimes, the body sends warning signals in the most surprising ways. For one woman, what began as a minor issue with her eyes led to a life-changing diagnosis of kidney failure. She shared her story online, writing, “The one thing I have learned is to never ask the universe, ‘What’s the worst that could happen?’...
‘If I hadn’t faced the bullying…’: Fatima Bosch, Miss Universe 2025, was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD at age 6
Fatima Bosch won the 74th Miss Universe title earlier today, bringing glory to Mexico after five long years. Despite finding herself in the middle of controversy this season, Fatima Bosch managed to defeat over 100 other countries to bag the crown. Hailing from the humble town of Villahermosa in Tabasco, Mexico, she is not just...
Pharmacogenomics: reading genes to tailor prescriptions for individuals
The old medical advice to “start low and go slow” reflects a fundamental challenge in healthcare: the same drug at the same dose can heal one patient while harming another. For decades, physicians have prescribed medications based on population averages, essentially conducting a trial-and-error experiment with each patient. Today, pharmacogenomics is rewriting this script by...
‘Olympics mei medal laane hai toh air pollution theek kariye…,’ says health expert amid rising pollution levels
Recently, Barun Aggarwal, the founder of BreatheEasy, an air quality company, appeared on Raj Shamani’s podcast, claiming that Indians have smaller lungs compared to Europeans. “Agar aapko Olympics mei medal laane hai, air pollution theek kariye, our lungs will get better. We will be able to perform better in sports,” he told the host. Adding...
Why some nosebleeds require emergency room visits, and what makes them more serious than others
Nosebleeds, or epistaxis, are common and can occur at any time of year. Most nosebleeds are harmless and resolve on their own within 10–15 minutes. It generally comes from the front part of the nose and is not a cause for worry. However, sometimes nosebleeds can signal serious health issues that require urgent care, when...
Upasana Konidela reacts to backlash over her egg freezing for career-oriented women as a ‘choice’ comment: ‘Happy to spark debate’; experts weigh in
Upasana Konidela acknowledged the debate following her speech at IIT Hyderabad, where she advocated choosing egg freezing as insurance against the pressures of marriage and motherhood, so women can focus on their careers. “I’m happy to have sparked a healthy debate, and thank you for your respectful responses,” she wrote in a post on X. The 39-year-old, currently...









